Field Service Electronics Technician

Schweitzer Engineering Laboratories; West Lafayette (IN); On-site; USD 45,000 - 83,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Superior benefits

Employee ownership

Job summary

Schweitzer Engineering Laboratories (SEL) is seeking a Field Service Electronics Technician in West Lafayette, IN to troubleshoot, repair, and test SEL products at customer sites.

You'll work with a team of technicians and engineers to identify root causes of complex problems, while delivering reliable support and training to junior staff. Travel up to 75% is required and the role offers competitive pay and comprehensive benefits.

Qualifications

• Two-year electronic engineering technology degree or equivalent.
• Strong understanding of analog, digital, and microprocessor-based electronics.
• Willing to travel up to 75% of the time.
• Enjoy working in an electronics lab environment.

Responsibilities

• Test, repair, troubleshoot problems at the component level on SEL products.
• Develop and maintain knowledge in SEL processes and products to ensure product quality and integrity.
• Provide basic troubleshooting training to junior department personnel.
• Partner with other divisions to satisfy the needs of our customers.

Skills

Analog electronics

Digital electronics

Microprocessor basics

Education

Two-year electronic engineering technology degree

Job description

Schweitzer Engineering Laboratories (SEL), a company of innovators, inventors, and problem solvers to continue building the most innovative and safety-critical products so that future generations have the means to pursue an increasingly higher quality of life. SEL products are embedded in power grids around the world. Our devices prevent blackouts and improve power system safety and reliability. As part of our commitment to designing and manufacturing reliable, high-quality products, we research, design, build, test, distribute, teach, and support each of our technologies. We are proud to offer the best product warranty and customer support to the electric power industry.

As a Field Service Electronics Technician, you'll troubleshoot, repair, and test repairs at customer sites in our Mobile Product Hospital team.

You’ll work alongside other technicians and engineers to get to root cause of complex problems while instilling trust with our customers!

As a Field Service Electronics Technician, a typical day might include the following:

• Test, repair, convert, and troubleshoot problems of high complexity to the component level on SEL products.
• Develop and maintain knowledge in SEL processes and products to ensure product quality and integrity.
• Provide basic troubleshooting training to junior department personnel.
• Partner with other divisions to satisfy the needs of our customers.

This job might be for you if:

• You have a two-year electronic engineering technology degree or equivalent.
• You have a strong understanding of analog, digital, and microprocessor-based electronics.
• You are willing to travel up to 75% of the time.
• You enjoy working in an electronics lab work environment.
• You enjoy solving complex problems alongside your team.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Two years experience in electronic design, manufacturing, or testing.
• Working knowledge of structured programming.
• Process improvement experience.

Physical Requirements:

• Lift, push, pull and maneuver up to 20 pounds frequently, and up to 35 pounds occasionally.
• Sit and stand for at least 8 hours.
• Vision correctable to 20/30 or better.
• Ability to differentiate color.
• Use of computer keyboard devices.
• Reach, bend, and twist.

Location:West Lafayette, IN- This position is located in West Lafayette, IN, best known as the home of Purdue University. West Lafayette is situated directly across the Wabash River and is a short drive to Indianapolis and Chicago. The city is characterized by its strong academic presence, diverse community, and a variety of recreational opportunities, making it a dynamic place to live and visit.

• Competitive pay.
• Superior benefits.
• Inspiring work.
• People are at the core of our company and we hire employee-owners.
• We're 100% employee owned.
• Retirement benefits include an employer funded stock ownership plan (ESOP) and personal 401(k) options.
• We offer top tier medical, prescription, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance.
• We recognize the importance of a healthy life balance and offer: 10 paid holidays, annual vacation accrual starting at 12 days, 9 paid sick days, and paid family and medical leave that covers 90% of your pay.
• We foster growth and development of our employees through avenues such as STEM courses, apprenticeships, tuition assistance, and engineering development programs.
• Ask our team about other benefits including wellness, fertility, adoption, and flexible spending benefits.

Pay Range Data:

Field Service Electronics Technician I $32.88 - $48.60 per hour. Field Service Electronics Technician II $35.83 - $52.94 per hour. Electronics Technician III $40.50 - $59.85 per hour. We set starting pay based on job-related factors such as your experience, training, knowledge, and skills. We welcome applicants with a range of experience. Depending on your background, we may consider you for a different level, with compensation aligned accordingly.

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SEL is an Equal Opportunity Employer: Vets/Disabled.